Is this conference for beginning writers and illustrators?
Yes! The Ohio North Regional Conference is a wonderful way to network, build on techniques, and increase your overall understanding of the publishing industry. Meet your new writing critique partner, receive a critique from an industry professional, or attend the Pitch Party on Friday to experience the excitement of putting your work out there.
Is this conference for experienced writers and illustrators?
Yes! The Ohio North Regional Conference has opportunities for networking and feedback from editors, art directors, agents, published authors, illustrators, and author-illustrators. Consider joining our conference to hone in on questions you may have regarding moving your career forward. We have sessions designed for experienced writers to learn and thrive just like our beginning writers.
What opportunities will I have from attending this conference (including add-on registration choices)?
- Submission opportunities with acquiring faculty
- Live critique with acquiring agents, editors, and art directors
- Live virtual critique with acquiring agents, editors, and art directors
- Live critique with published authors and illustrators on faculty
- Written critique with acquiring agents, editors, and art directors
- Written critique with published authors and illustrators on faculty
- Feedback on pitches from editors, an art director, and an agent
- Intensive Friday session with editors
- Saturday sessions with experienced faculty members
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow writers
- And more!